Written in 1918 at Brinkwells, Edward Elgar’s Violin Sonata in E minor, Op. 82 is one of his most important chamber works. Combining lyrical introspection with dramatic intensity, this Novello edition presents a mature and deeply expressive sonata for violin and piano.
Composed during a period of quiet retreat and renewed creative focus, this powerful chamber work stands among the most significant late compositions of Edward Elgar. Written in 1918 at “Brinkwells,” the Sussex country house where he recuperated and composed, the Violin Sonata in E minor, Op. 82 emerged alongside his String Quartet and Piano Quintet as one of his three major chamber music contributions. Deeply expressive and structurally refined, the sonata blends introspective lyricism with dramatic intensity, offering both violin and piano rich thematic interplay and emotional depth. Published by Novello, this edition presents one of Elgar’s most profound and mature works for violin and piano.
Key Features:
Composed in 1918 at Brinkwells during Elgar’s late creative period
One of Elgar’s three major chamber music works
Rich thematic development and emotional depth
Dramatic contrasts balanced with lyrical introspection
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